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JAZZ COMBO CHARTS
Jordu—Duke Jordon/arr. Michael Philip Mossman.
Over the years, Jordu has become one of the most
performed jazz standards. Now groups with four
horns and rhythm section can rehearse and play
it with this flexibly scored arrangement. Solos are
available for anyone, with chord symbols in all
parts, and rhythm-section-only tracks are available
online from the publisher. The rhythm section parts
include bass lines and piano voicings offering ideas
as to what to play. Highly recommended!
10909036 Combo with Online Audio Access
(4 Horns &
Rhythm Section). . . . . . . . M 40.00
Knockout—Erik Sherburne/arr. Bob Turner.
Knockout knocks it out of the park with a driving rock
style! The ranges are within reach of younger brass
players and there is a written or improvised solo for
tenor sax. With its flexible instrumentation, this small
group chart is playable with almost any combination
of horns and rhythm section. With the flexible scoring
option, the parts can be mixed and matched to find
a desired sound or to fit available instruments.
Also available as a big band chart (Pepper number
10999496). Straight-ahead rocking!
10999506 Combo (Flexible
Instrumentation). . . . . . . . E 45.00
Lady Bird—Tadd Dameron/arr. Mike Tomaro.
Written by bebop composer Tadd Dameron as a
tribute to Billy Holiday, this jazz standard belongs
in every jazz musician's repertoire. With a short
16-bar form this tune is a great introduction into
the harmonic language of bebop. Mike Tomaro's
setting in the little big band format also includes
some added bebop inspired lines. It's flexibly
scored for six horns and rhythm section with
optional parts provided. Nice!
11105226 Jazz Ensemble
(Little Big Band) . . . . . . . . M 45.00
H
Linus and Lucy—Vince Guaraldi/arr. John Berry.
This well-known "Peanuts" theme never fails to be
a crowd pleaser! This easy jazz combo arrangement
features tutti scoring on the light rock theme, then
an open solo section that switches to swing style.
With flexible instrumentation options, the scoring
includes parts as follows: Part 1 - Trumpet or Alto
Sax; Part 2 - Alto Sax or Trumpet; Part 3 - Tenor
Sax, Alto Sax or Trombone; Part 4 - Trombone or
Tenor Sax, plus Piano, Bass, Drums and optional
Guitar. Also included are suggested solos and
scale/chord sheets in all keys.
10297538 Combo (Septet) . . . . . . . . E 30.00
Manteca—Dizzy Gillespie/arr. Mike Tomaro. One
of the earliest examples of Afro-Cuban elements
into jazz, Dizzy Gillespie's classic composition is
updated here in a little big band format (3 saxes,
2 trumpets, trombone and rhythm section). Based
on Tomaro's popular big band chart, some new
material has been added just for fun! Optional
additional parts are included for alto, tenor and
trombone. This is one you will not want to miss!
11100188 Jazz Ensemble
(Little Big Band) . . . . . . . . M 45.00
Mister Jingles—arr. Bob Turner. Here's a light-
hearted jazz waltz version of the holiday favorite
Jingle Bells that will be wonderful change-of-pace
programming for any holiday jazz performance!
Played at around 168 bpm, it includes interesting
ensemble passages, a light and airy jazz style, and
a written or improvised piano solo near the end. The
flexible instrumentation can be played by almost any
combination of four, five or six winds and rhythm
section. Mister Jingles is also available as a standard
big-band chart (Pepper number 10517620).
10517612 Combo (Flexible
Instrumentation). . . . . . . ME 40.00
A Night in Tunisia—Gillespie & Paparelli/arr.
Michael Mossman. Michael Mossman takes Dizzy
Gillespie's signature tune into new territory, with a
touch of mambo in this distinctive arrangement for
little big band. A perfect way to showcase a trumpet
soloist, the full ensemble also plays an important
role in this sophisticated and dynamic arrangement
for six horns and rhythm section. Instrumentation:
3 Saxes; 2 Trumpets; 1 Trombone plus Rhythm
Section. For flexibility, optional parts are included
for Alto and Tenor Saxes and Trombone.
10317258 Jazz Ensemble
(Little Big Band) . . . . . . . . M 45.00
Now's the Time—Charlie Parker/arr. John Berry.
This medium swing standard by jazz master
Charlie Parker gives even young players a great
opportunity to learn style and an introduction to
improvising. Inexperienced combo performers will
have fun and enhance their playing skills while
learning to listen, phrase, and improvise in a small
group environment. Flexibly scored for four-plus
horns, 3 rhythm and optional guitar, it's perfect for
available combinations of instruments. The included
suggested solos and chord/scale sheets will help
novice soloists learn soloing skills. Here's a great
musical introduction to Charlie Parker!
10523770 Combo (Septet) . . . . . . . . E 25.00
On Green Dolphin Street—arr. Mike Tomaro.
This American popular tune is a "must know" in
the standard jazz repertoire. Set here in a smooth
samba groove, Mike Tomaro takes full advantage of
the six horn format. The solo space is flexible for any
player. Instrumentation: ATB Saxes; 2 Trumpets; 1
Trombone and rhythm section with optional parts
included for Alto Sax, Tenor Sax and Trombone.
10775164 Jazz Ensemble
(Little Big Band) . . . . . . . . M 45.00
One by One—Wayne Shorter/arr. Mark Taylor.
Scored for four horns with flexible instrumentation,
plus rhythm section, here's the moderately paced
swing classic from jazz master Wayne Shorter in
a brilliantly inspired setting. More than just a head
chart, the features include background figures
behind the soloists and ensemble soli sections.
Online recordings from the publisher also include
rhythm section only tracks. This is an outstanding
opportunity to learn and perform one of the works
of a jazz master!
11105228 Combo with
Online Audio Access
(Four Horns &
Rhythm Section). . . . . . . . M 40.00
Perdido—Juan Tizol/arr. Mark Taylor. One of
the favorites performed by the Duke Ellington
Orchestra, Perdido is a happy and upbeat riff tune
set in a swing style. This great sounding chart in
the six-horn format (3 saxes, 2 trumpets, trombone
and rhythm section) features variety in scoring, an
open solo section, and a terrific shout chorus for
the entire ensemble. Additional optional parts are
included for alto, tenor and trombone. Perfect for
additional opportunities for key players!
11100186 Jazz Ensemble
(Little Big Band) . . . . . . . ME 45.00
Pharaoh's Funk—Erik Sherburne/arr. Bob
Turner. Here's a challenging funk chart in modal
nature, giving it an eastern flair. Open up the
solo section for improvised solos, or just play
the written or improvised guitar solo. Ultimately
flexible, it features flexible instrumentation with six
parts plus rhythm section, allowing for almost any
combination of horns. Also available as a big band
chart (Pepper number 10999498). Get your funk on
with Pharaoh's Funk!
10999980 Combo (Flexible
Instrumentation). . . . . . .MA 45.00
The Pink Panther—Henry Mancini/arr. Mike
Tomaro. This timeless Mancini classic gets a
makeover inspired by the version recorded by
Bobby McFerrin. The groove is medium swing
with an occasional hint of rock thrown in. This is
a highly effective treatment for the little big band
instrumentation. Scored for 6 horns (3 saxes, 2
trumpets, 1 trombone) plus rhythm section with
optional parts included for alto sax, tenor sax and
trombone. Highly recommended!
10376190 Jazz Ensemble
(Little Big Band) . . . . . . . . M 45.00
H
The Pink Panther—Henry Mancini/arr. John
Berry. The familiar bass line and melody riffs
from this Mancini classic adapt perfectly for jazz
combo in this easy arrangement by John Berry.
It's flexibly scored for four-plus horns, 3 rhythm
and optional guitar, making it ideal for available
combinations of players. With suggested solos
and chord/scale sheets in all keys included, it's
well-suited to emerging small group players. This
iconic tune is a natural for younger players in the
small group environment!
10523768 Combo (Septet) . . . . . . . . E 25.00
4 Riff to End All Riffs (Flexible Instrumentation)
—Bob Turner. The horn arrangement is reminiscent
of a '60s or '70s rock band with unison sections.
Let your drummer lay down his or her favorite jazz-
rock beat. The strong melodic nature of this chart
will make it an audience favorite. This is a flexible
arrangement and is highly adaptable. Add this one
to your library today!
11206068 Combo Flexible
Instrumentation . . . . . . . ME 50.00
Sesame Street Theme—Joe Raposo/arr. John
Berry. One of the most recognizable television
themes ever written, this has been a favorite
melody with jazz players for years. Now younger
players can experience it with this great sounding,
flexibly scored, 4-horn combo setting.
10034429 Combo (Septet) . . . . . . . . E 25.00
Seven Steps to Heaven—Miles Davis & Victor
Feldman/arr. Michael Philip Mossman. Based
on Miles Davis' own recording of this up-tempo
swinger, this arrangement features fun lines flexibly
scored for four horns and rhythm section. With
plenty of rich content for the horns, this is much
more than a head chart and includes background
figures behind the soloists along with ensemble soli
passages. The online recordings from the publisher
include rhythm section only tracks. Don't miss this
chance to learn and perform an iconic jazz standard!
11105234 Combo with Online Audio Access
(Four Horns &
Rhythm Section). . . . . . . . M 40.00
Sidewinder—Lee Morgan/arr. Mark Taylor.
One of the early and soulful jazz/rock tunes, Lee
Morgan's Sidewinder features a distinctive groove
and funky, riff-like phrases. In this arrangement for
little big band, a trio of trumpet, tenor and guitar
state the head in the beginning joined later by the
rest of the ensemble. Suggested solos are included
for trumpet, tenor and drums along with chord/
scale sheets in all keys. Instrumentation: 3 Saxes;
2 Trumpets; 1 Trombone plus Rhythm Section. For
flexibility, optional parts are included for Alto and
Tenor Saxes and Trombone. Highly recommended!
10317254 Jazz Ensemble
(Little Big Band) . . . . . . . . M 45.00
4 Simple Kiss—Jason Curry. This is a great
introduction to the inner workings of the jazz idiom.
A simple melodic line is developed throughout this
combo chart, allowing soloists to communicate with
each other and their audience. Composed with
chord changes for winds and rhythm section, this
will be a favorite of musicians and listeners alike!
11207462 Combo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 70.00
So What—Miles Davis/arr. Michael Philip Mossman.
Here is the Miles Davis jazz standard skillfully
and uniquely arranged for six horns and rhythm
section. On the head, the saxes take the signature
melody line answered by the brass. The open solo
section features tasty background figures, followed
by a tutti ensemble section before returning to
the head. Instrumentation: six horns (ATB saxes,
two trumpets, one trombone) plus four rhythm
with optional additional parts for alto, tenor and
trombone. Don't miss this chart on the iconic Miles
Davis standard!
10556792 Jazz Ensemble
(Little Big Band) . . . . . . . ME 45.00
So What?—Miles Davis/arr. John Berry. In this
easy combo version of the Miles Davis modal
classic, the melody can be performed as a feature
for the bass player, or you can use the cues
provided in parts 3 and 4 as well as the piano part.
Featuring flexible ensemble scoring in four parts,
the parts include: Part 1 - Trumpet or Alto Sax;
Part 2 - Alto Sax or Trumpet; Part 3 - Tenor Sax,
Alto Sax or Trombone; Part 4 - Trombone or Tenor
Sax, plus Piano, Bass, Drums and optional Guitar.
Highly recommended!
10461414 Combo (Septet) . . . . . . . . E 25.00
l Sonority—Jason Curry. This up-tempo combo
piece is great for expanding the playing ability of
those who have the drive to work on improvisation.
This work is stylistically a swing and is a good
opportunity to put some focus on your individual
players while working on playing in a small group.
11207463 Combo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 70.00
Spain—Chick Corea/arr. John La Barbera. John
LaBarbera has taken his well-known version
of Chick Corea's Spain and done a great job of
adapting it for the small band format. Certainly
an exciting offering for mature players in an
arrangement for six horns and rhythm section!
Instrumentation: 3 saxes, 2 trumpets, 1 trombone
plus rhythm section. Optional additional parts
included for alto, tenor & trombone.
10098771 Jazz Ensemble
(Little Big Band) . . . . . . .MA 45.00
St. Thomas—Sonny Rollins/arr. Mark Taylor.
Sonny Rollins' Latin jazz masterpiece is flexibly
scored here for four-part horns and rhythm section
and remains true to the original style. Chord changes
are included in all the parts for solo opportunities
and online recordings from the publisher include
rhythm-section-only tracks for practice. Additionally,
the rhythm section parts include bass lines, piano
voicings and chord symbols. Great for additional
rehearsals and casual performances!
10909028 Combo with Online Audio Access (4
Horns & Rhythm Section) . . . . . . . . . . . M 40.00
St. Thomas—Sonny Rollins/arr. Mark Taylor.
Plenty of solid tutti ensemble scoring is featured
in this arrangement for small group of Sonny
Rollins' familiar Latin standard. The solo section
can be opened up for any player and a tasty
unison ensemble chorus follows. Suggested
solos and scale/chord sheets are included.
Highly recommended! Instrumentation: 3 saxes,
2 trumpets, 1 trombone plus rhythm section.
Optional additional parts are included for alto, tenor
& trombone.
10098775 Jazz Ensemble
(Little Big Band) . . . . . . . ME 45.00
4 Surly—Rick Hirsch. Angsty, moody, generally
annoyed. You can get all those feelings out on
Surly. Its driving groove, great melodic curve,
and hip instrumental interlude chorus make this
a great program addition. It's scored for three
horns and rhythm, includes mix-and-match horn
parts for all saxophones, flute, clarinet, trumpet,
trombone, and French horn. Rhythm section parts
are notated as needed.
11204983 Combo . . . . . . . . . . . . .MA 24.00
Take the 'A' Train—Billy Strayhorn/arr. Mark
Taylor. More than just a head chart, this classic
jazz standard from the Duke Ellington Orchestra
is flexibly scored here for four horns and rhythm
section. It includes background figures behind
the soloists and ensemble soli sections. Solos are
available for anyone with chord symbols in all parts,
and rhythm-section-only tracks are available online
from the publisher. An outstanding opportunity for
small groups!
11100190 Combo with Online Audio Access
(Four Horns &
Rhythm Section). . . . . . . . M 40.00
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